8.11.11

Here's a little something that might get you into the spirit of giving or shall I say getting. This month, one lucky reader will win a hand painted, address sign to adorn the front of their home. Jilly and I think it's the perfect thing to distinguish your little piece of the world. Especially if you live in a not-so-custom neighborhood, or you're looking for just the right thing to dress your veranda.

The two of us have been creating these original pieces of art for people all around the country for the past 7 years, and can't wait to make one for you! The winner will receive approx a 24" x 34" sign, including your last name, address, and your favorite quote. We'll work closely with you to ensure it's perfect for your home, and something you'll adore for years to come.

simply make a comment explaining why you'd love to win- 1 entry

become a followerof our blog- 1 entrysubscribe to our blog (you'll get a personal email in your in box each time we post) - 1 entry

Please make a separate comment for each entry to increase your chance to win. Each comment we receive is like a beautifully wrapped package that we can't wait to open. We just love em!

The winner will be chosen via random.org on Thanksgiving day!

On another note, It's beginning to feel like winter outside (which means it's below 80) and that reminds me why I love this time of year. Please enjoy this year's top 10 list.

10. Gourmet hot chocolate with extra cream (email me for the recipe).

9. Our electric bill drops down $300 a month, which means my husband is once again enjoyable.

8. Mommies Thanksgiving pies, they pretty much make it my favorite holiday.

7. The snowbirds are out in rare form.

6. My husband isn't quite as violent about my collection of trench coats, hats, boots, and scarves taking up space in the closet. I'd hate to be unprepared for Arizona's first blizzard.

5. Jilly and I get to dress our families in costumes, drop off holiday treats, and perform a choreographed song and dance for our neighbors. Wish you lived closer, don't ya.

4. The snow pine scented candle from The Gap. You've gotta have one!

3. Watching Elf 47 times between Thanksgiving and New Years.

2. Celine Dion's Christmas album. I'd play it in August if my family didn't give me dirty looks.
And let's not forget about Justin Beiber and Busta Rhymes rapping The Little Drummer boy. Too far.

1. The tacky strand of ceramic chilies that have made it to the Hatch family white elephant party for the last 20 years.

PS. Thanks Mandi, our cyber friend from {Vintage Revivals}. I know we're going to meet you some day so we can officially crown you our third bestie! Until then, keep blowing us away with your charm and creativity. YOU'RE AMAZING!

That sign is gorgeous! I would LOVE to win one because we also live in Arizona - in the typical "not so custom" house with our only porch adornment being the builder's standard house numbers... with the builder's name plastered over the top (I have nothing at all against Pulte, but do they have to plaster their name EVERYWHERE?) and limited options (thanks to the HOA) regarding what can sit on the actual porch itself. This address sign is totally allowable and BEAUTIFUL!! I hope I win!! :D

And now I'm following too, cause I can't help myself, and I would love an address plate for my little home, but mostly because I love what I've seen so far from your blog. And we watch Elf year round, and I'll be emailing about the hot chocolate, and since I'll be in AZ for Christmas I might drop in for a visit.

I would really love to win this! I live in the country of Haiti with my wonderful husband and beautiful 3 children! I am always looking for ways to make my house more a home and it is hard to find decorations here. So.... I usually make them. I would love to have something like this to make our home unique!

I have what I think is a very fun house. but, the house next to us, burned down part way a few weeks ago and looks like heck. They were remodeling and then ran out of cash so it was going to ratville anyway. now my house needs all the help it can get to look like it is not slipping into the ghetto hole that is next door.

I would LOVE to have one of these! We live in townhomes where everything is the same no matter where you look and this would DEFINITELY set us apart! Plus, if I won such a beautiful sign I may actually have to finally replace that ratty welcome mat out front. :)

Just found you through Mandy!! Count me in as a follower!!! Love it! The address signs are A-mazing! Would love to proudly display it on my 1882 farmhouse. It would give my guests a little preview of the fun funky style that awaits them through the kitchen door!!! Here's crossing my fingers!!!

I am not a follower and subscriber to your wonderful blog! I must have the address sign you are giving away. My husband I and are moving into our first home in a few days. After several ups and downs financially we were finally able to buy our own home. This address sign would be the cherry on top!

You have been bookmarked on my computer for a while now and I just love reading your updates! I am not an official follower.... but I will be in just a few minutes :) Those address signs are absolutely gorgeous and I would love to hang it up in my "Not so custom" home. I can't wait to watch you guys on the Nate show tomorrow!Janine

I would love to win because this would make a great wedding gift for my daughter and her future husband when they marry in January. They won't have a permanent home but a sign that says they are established in 2012 would be great!

I would love to have such a unique, custom piece at the entrance of our home. I love our house becuase it is ours. However the exterior style is everything I never wanted. It's much more modern than my tastes. I try hard to find things that don't clash with the modern exterior but still have the vintage feel that I love. It's not always easy to do but I think you two could come up with a wonderful solution!

Oh my gosh, I would love to win!!And where pray tell have you been all my life?? Cuz I just now found your amazing blog and I live in Tempe and I've been blogging for 5 years!SOOO thrilled to have found a fellow-AZ blogger!

I just want to start by saying I read your blog weekly sometimes check it everyday and I think you guys are the most creative and talented ladies and I admired all you do!!! I would love to win one for my outdoor, I have one inside and dream of one outside and I would love our family quote on it for all to enjoy!!!

Hi! What a beautiful piece of art. I'd love to win because I LOVE my home and love living here. It's a place that feels at home after a few places that I just didn't fit in. It should be adorned with great art celebrating it!

i subscribed and i tried to follow but it seems to be down. i will try again later!!

btw, i love all the things you guys make and do. you truly are inspirational and i sure wish i had several friends to start a get-her-done group!! thanks for sharing your homes and lives with the world.